The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are India's last great island frontier — 572 islands, only 38 inhabited, surrounded by some of the world's most biodiverse coral reefs. Getting here requires planning, but the reward is India's most breathtaking beaches at a fraction of Maldives prices. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Reach Andaman
Fly to Port Blair (Veer Savarkar Airport) from Chennai, Kolkata, or Delhi. Flights on IndiGo/Air India from ₹6,000–₹18,000 return. Alternatively, passenger ships from Chennai (56 hrs!) or Kolkata (60 hrs) cost ₹1,200–₹3,000 for bunk berths — an adventure in itself but not recommended if you're time-limited. From Port Blair, inter-island ferries connect to Havelock (90–150 min, ₹600–₹1,200) and Neil Island (2 hrs, ₹500–₹900). Government ferries are cheaper but private AC ferries (Makruzz, Green Ocean) are far more comfortable.
Best Andaman Beaches
Radhanagar Beach (Beach 7, Havelock): 7 km of pure white sand, Asia's best rated — go at sunset. Elephant Beach (North Havelock): best snorkelling in Andaman accessible by a 45-min boat ride from Havelock jetty. Bharatpur Beach (Neil Island): extremely calm, ideal for swimming and glass-bottom boats over coral. Laxmanpur Beach (Neil Island Type 2): natural rock arch formation — a rare geological feature. Jolly Buoy Island (South Andaman): day-trip snorkelling and glass-bottom kayaking, limited to 500 visitors/day.
Best Time to Visit Andaman
October to May is the ideal window. Peak season December to February brings clear skies, calm seas, and maximum visibility for diving (25–35 m). March–May is excellent and less crowded. June to September brings heavy rainfall and all government ferries often get cancelled — visiting in monsoon is not advisable. Average January temperature: 28°C. Water temperature year-round: 27–30°C.
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